The Mets placed infielder T.J. Rivera on the disabled list Friday, but they're hoping he can avoid season-ending surgery on his elbow.

Rivera has a partially torn ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow, and has received a PRP injection to help the healing process.

MLB.com's Anthony DiComo reports the team hopes Rivera can avoid season-ending Tommy John surgery. While position players don't face the same recovery timetable as pitchers following the surgery, if it is necessary it could affect Rivera's availability for spring training next year.

The 28-year-old Rivera, who has started games at all three infield bags and in the outfield this season, is slashing .290/.330/.430 with five home runs.